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ATSI Health Assessments

Merrimac Medical Centre provides dedicated health assessments for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients — a Medicare-funded service designed to improve health outcomes and support culturally appropriate care.

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Comprehensive Indigenous Health Assessment Program

The ATSI Health Assessment (MBS Item 715) is available to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people of any age and is recommended every year to support long-term health and wellbeing. The assessment is tailored to each stage of life, covering children's growth and development, adult preventive care and chronic disease screening, and healthy ageing for older adults. It is also particularly valuable for people living with ongoing health conditions or anyone looking to establish regular, proactive healthcare with their GP.

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The ATSI Health Assessment (MBS Item 715) is a thorough, structured whole-body check-up designed to address the higher rates of chronic disease, preventable illness, and health inequity experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians. Our GPs approach every assessment with cultural respect and genuine commitment to patient-centred care. The assessment covers physical health, mental health and social-emotional wellbeing, preventive screening, and chronic disease identification — and a follow-up care plan ensures any identified needs are addressed promptly. Patients can access up to 5 Medicare-rebated allied health visits following the assessment.

  • Fully Medicare-funded (MBS Item 715) — no out-of-pocket cost

  • Available annually for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients of any age

  • Chronic disease screening — diabetes, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease

  • Mental health and social-emotional wellbeing assessment

  • Eye, ear, and oral health review

  • Up to 5 Medicare-rebated allied health visits following assessment

Dedicated Health Assessments for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Patients

A comprehensive, Medicare-funded health check tailored to the health priorities of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians — available every year, at no cost.

Care Plan & Referrals

Your GP provides a written health plan and arranges referrals to allied health, specialist services, or community health programmes — ensuring every identified need has a clear next step.

Screening & Investigations

Blood tests are arranged to screen for diabetes, kidney function, cholesterol, and other relevant conditions. Vaccination, cancer screening, and oral health status are reviewed.

Health History & Physical Check

Your GP takes a thorough medical history and completes a full physical examination — including blood pressure, weight, vision, hearing, and a review of existing conditions and medications.

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